The much anticipated HSC Japan ski trips is now open for reservations. The first trip to Sapporo and Otaru is scheduled from February 13-22, 2026. We will spend the first 5 nights in Sapporo, where we will have a full day guided tour of the city and its surroundings. On the second day we will ski at the nearby Sapporo Tiene Ski Resort famous for hosting the bobsled competition in the 1972 Winter Olympics. For those interested in signtseeing and shopping the next two days are free days. For those more interested in skiing/boarding we have the option to visit several nearby ski resorts such as Sapporo Kokusai or Niseko. We will spend the last 3 nights of the trip in Otaru, a small fishing port and artisan village located on Ishikari Bay aproxímately 1 hour west of Sapporo. On our first day we will enjoy a full day of guided sightseeing of Otaru and its surroundings. The next 2 days we will take a private shuttle bus and ski at nearby Kiroro Ski Resort, famous for its abundant snowfall.

The second ski trip is to the legendary Hokkaido resort, Rusutsu from February 21-March 1, 2026. It is a ski in ski out 4 star resort hotel combined with a mall-like mix of shops, restaurants and entertainment. The resort is spread over 3 mountains, with long wide runs which are separated by powder filled tree runs in the valleys. Therefore it’s no wonder why 2/3 of those who go to Rusutsu are returnees. Rusutsu is ranked as among the best resorts in all of Japan for intermediate skiers due to its long, wide groomed runs, its also one of the best resorts for skiing in the trees, and is ranked for having the best lift system in all of Japan. Additionally the daily breakfast buffet is awesome having a variety of Japanese and Western food options. It also has one of the best onsens of any ski resort in Japan.

For the past 4 years approximately 25% of HSC members who went to Japan booked both trips, taking advantage of the famous dry powder and excellent dollar to yen exchange rate. Because of the savings on the second airfare, the second trip is only $2600-$2700 more. Airline seats and hotel rooms are limited so send in your $350/person deposit and the application as soon as you have decided to go. Last year we sold out by September.

Call Shannon or Joey at Air and Sea Travel Center at (808) 951-9800 for questions and to make roommate arrangements. Please note: No reservations will be accepted after the October 31 deadline due to contract requirements. Also please carefully read the cancelation policíes. The HSC strongly recommends purchasing trip Insurance of you don’t already have

AIR & SEA TRAVEL CENTER
2026 HAWAII SKI CLUB TO HOKKAIDO

Travel Date Price per person Single Supplement
Per person
Group 1 Feb 13 – Feb 22, 2026 (8 Nights) $ 3550 $ 1250
Group 2 Feb 21 – Mar 1, 2026 (7 Nights) $ 3380 $ 1010
Combo Feb 13 – Mar 1, 2026 (15 Nights) $ 5530 $ 2260
Group 1 (Feb 13 – Feb 22, 2026)
Package included:
• Round Trip International Air by Japan Airlines
1 JL 073 13FEB HONOLULU – HANEDA 11:30AM – 03:55PM 14FEB
2 JL 529 14FEB HANEDA – CHITOSE 07:45PM – 09:20PM 14FEB
3 JL 518 22FEB CHITOSE – HANEDA 05:00PM – 06:45PM 22FEB
4 JL 072 22FEB HANEDA – HONOLULU 09:55PM – 09:40AM 22FEB
• Double Occupancy Hotel rooms at the Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo or similar with breakfast (5
nights) and Hotel Sonia Otaru with breakfast (3 nights)
• Itinerary listed below:
Feb 14: Arrival at Chitose Airport, we will be transferred to Sapporo Hotel with private transportation
Feb 15: One day tour in Sapporo (B)
- Hill of the Buddha
- Historical Village of Hokkaido “Kaitaku no mura”
- Mt. Okura Ski Jump Stadium with Lift
- Odori Park & Susukino
Feb 16: Day trip to Teine Ski Resort with one day lift pass (Private charter bus with English Speaking
assistant is reserved. Rental Gears and wears on own) (B)
Feb 17: Free day (B)
Feb 18: Free day (B)
Feb 19: Sapporo to Otaru (B)
- Shiroi Koibito Park
- Tanaka Sake Brewery
- Old Aoyama Villa
- Otaru Canal
- Kitaichi Glass
- Music Box Museum
Feb 20: Day trip to Kiroro Ski Resort with one day lift pass (B) (private charter bus and English
speaking assistant is reserved from 9am – 4pm)
Feb 21: Day trip to Kiroro Ski Resort with one day lift pass (B) (private charter bus and English
speaking assistant is reserved from 9am – 4pm)
Feb 22: Transfer to Chitose airport with private transportation (B)
Group 2 (Feb 21 – Mar 1, 2026)
Package included:
• Round Trip International Air by Japan Airlines
1 JL 073 21FEB HONOLULU – HANEDA 11:30AM – 03:55PM 22FEB
2 JL 529 22FEB HANEDA – CHITOSE 07:45PM – 09:20PM 22FEB
3 JL 518 01MAR CHITOSE – HANEDA 05:00PM – 06:45PM 01MAR
4 JL 072 01MAR HANEDA – HONOLULU 09:55PM – 09:55AM 01MAR
• Double Occupancy Hotel rooms at the Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention with breakfast (7 nights)
• 25 hours of lift tickets
• Buffet Dinner on Feb 23, 25 and Feb 28
• Private bus transfer from Chitose Airport to the Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention on Feb 22 & Mar 1
Combo (Feb 13 – Mar 1, 2026)
Package included:
• Round Trip International Air by Japan Airlines
1 JL 073 13FEB HONOLULU – HANEDA 11:30AM – 03:55PM 14FEB
2 JL 529 14FEB HANEDA – CHITOSE 07:45PM – 09:20PM 14FEB
3 JL 518 01MAR CHITOSE – HANEDA 05:00PM – 06:45PM 01MAR
4 JL 072 01MAR HANEDA – HONOLULU 09:55PM – 09:55AM 01MAR
• Double Occupancy Hotel rooms at the Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo or similar with breakfast (5
nights) and Hotel Sonia Otaru with breakfast (3 nights)
• Itinerary listed below:
Feb 14: Arrival at Chitose Airport, we will be transferred to Sapporo Hotel with private transportation
Feb 15: One day tour in Sapporo (B)
- Hill of the Buddha
- Historical Village of Hokkaido “Kaitaku no mura”
- Mt. Okura Ski Jump Stadium with Lift
- Odori Park & Susukino
Feb 16: Day trip to Teine Ski Resort with one day lift pass (Private charter bus with English Speaking
assistant is reserved. Rental Gears and wears on own) (B)
Feb 17: Free day (B)
Feb 18: Free day (B)
Feb 19: Sapporo to Otaru (B)
- Shiroi Koibito Park
- Tanaka Sake Brewery
- Old Aoyama Villa
- Otaru Canal
- Kitaichi Glass
- Music Box Museum
Feb 20: Day trip to Kiroro Ski Resort with one day lift pass (B) (private charter bus and English
speaking assistant is reserved from 9am – 4pm)
Feb 21: Day trip to Kiroro Ski Resort with one day lift pass (B) (private charter bus and English
speaking assistant is reserved from 9am – 4pm)
Feb 22: Transfer Kiroro Ski Resort with one day lift pass, around 3:30pm to 4pm will be transferred
to Rusutsu Resort Hotel with private transportation (B)
• Double Occupancy Hotel rooms at the Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention with breakfast (7 nights)
• 25 hours of lift tickets in Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention
• Buffet Dinner on Feb 23, 25 and Feb 28
• Private bus transfer from the Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention to Chitose Airport on Mar 1
Remarks:
1. Fares are per person, USD based on double occupancy and include all airline taxes and fees
2. Refer to “General Condition of Air & Sea”
3. We reserve the right to modify the itinerary to ensure smooth operation
4. Tour price is subject to change according to any airfare increase, increase in government taxes, additional
fuel charges, and fluctuation of the rate of exchange between U.S. and foreign currency
5. Tour price includes fuel surcharge & government taxes and fees. The tour price shown is current at the time
of listing and pricing on Jun 20, 2025
6. All travelers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status, are welcome to travel with us and will no longer
be required to provide proof of pre-departure testing, except for specific countries where COVID-19
vaccination, testing, or additional documentation is required by law. Please visit or revisit the government
site to verify the travel requirements. Fully vaccinated is recommended. Vaccines combined with multilayered preventative health and safety measures will help us provide a safe and healthy vacation
environment.
7. As government regulations evolve, our health and safety protocols will evolve as needed to ensure
compliance. This may mean different protocols from state to state and city to city based on local
requirements.
Payment Policy:
CHECK OR CASH PAYMENT ONLY. A deposit of $350 per person is required at the time of application.
The balance is due on Oct 31, 2025. In the event balance payment is not made within the required time period,
Air and Sea Travel Center reserves the right to cancel reservations and charge a service fee for cancellation.
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Cancellation Policy:
Written notice is required for any cancellation. The cancellation fee will be as follow:
** Nov 1 to Dec 17, 2025, 50% of total price plus any other service fee caused by the cancellation;
** From Dec 18, 2025 to departure or withdrawing during the tour shall be regarded as willingly giving
up all rights concerned, 100% of total price, and request for other services as a substitute shall not be
accepted.
** We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance when you make your reservation**